The Neville Brothers (music group)

Singer Aaron Neville will be honored with the University of Notre Dame's top award, the Laetare Medal, at the university's commencement in May.

Neville, a rhythm and blues artist who has four Grammy Awards, will receive the medal at the May 17 ceremony.

"Aaron Neville proudly embraces and honors his faith through his God-given musical talents," Notre Dame's president, the Rev. John Jenkins, said in a statement. "Through tumultuous times in his life, Aaron turned to God, the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Jude for strength, forgiveness and salvation. His example of repentance and devotion shine bright for all who see him perform."

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